2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 612 | T5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |